USA Swimming has taken a pro-active approach to develop the necessary “in-house” resources to facilitate aquatic development. We are reaching out to interested parties and combining services and resources which will support community aquatics through the  generations. Our goal is to provide our members and the general public with access to safe, pleasant and functional aquatic environments. We believe that USA Swimming has the resources and experience to help you serve your clientele.

General Service Overview – USA Swimming will:

• Foster the development of new facilities
• Promote and facilitate greater access to existing facilities
• Develop and promote program methodologies for maximum utilization of pool facilities 
• Develop funding resources for facility development and rescue aid for distressed facilities
• Expand aquatic industry resources, relationships and affinity partnerships
• Position USA Swimming at the forefront of research and development of facility design, operations, products, construction and related services for the aquatic industry

Facility Renovation and Upgrading – Facility Operation and Management

For facilities with an existing pool of any size or type, we offer consultation regarding repair, equipment upgrading, remodeling, additions, operations, environmental safety and functionality. This consultation includes the water tank itself as well as the surrounding area, including the filter system and air handling and circulation system. Despite published information to the contrary, facilities can be improved and/or expanded without millions of dollars in investments! Additionally, programs can be added and developed to support and enhance existing aquatic offerings and income potential.

Facility Design and Building

We all want safe, modern, functional facilities. Many of the dreams and plans to create such pools are scrapped because of cost/design limitations. This is where the Club Facilities Development Department of USA Swimming can assist. Many of our services are at no cost to member clubs or organizations affiliated with a member club. USA Swimming’s “all inclusive services” will assist with:

Pre Planning Services - “The Development of a Vision”:

• Assessment of needs
• Available options
• Viability

Planning Services:

• Business plan support
• Programming for success
• Assist with the promotion of the “vision”, working with the community, government agencies and other advocacy groups through the development process
• Assist with the development of operations and maintenance budgets
• Space requirements
• Developing public and private partnerships
• Overview of project funding

Development Services:

• Facilities planning services to meet programming needs
• Business planning to save you and your selected professional design team time and money

Assistance with selection of design team and documentation: 

• Experienced experts on staff
• Industry resources and contacts to help with the design and performance engineering of aquatic facilities                              

Owners’ Representation and Technical Assistance:

• Review documents to help avoid costly design and engineering pitfalls
• Assist with project oversight and provide technical advice and resources

Program Development

We offer guidelines, suggestions, and methodologies for development of aquatic programs. Examples include: 

• Learn-to-swim for children and adults
• Programs for special needs populations 
• Aquatic physical therapyAquatic exercise and water walking
• Community programs Lap swimming -  swim for health
• Pre-competitive swimming
• Competitive swimming

Pooling our resources: what else can USA Swimming offer our clubs and their partners?

• Scientifically documented aquatic research
• Liability insurance
• Explanation of aquatic principles
• Development of pre and post competitive aquatic experiences
• Health and physiological guidance for lifestyle management
• Assistance with business plans
• Operational cost analysis
• Facility management and operational planning
• Integration of multiple aquatic methodologies
• Newsletters and Internet resourcesExperts answers to questions in a variety of aquatic fields
• Contacts and resources in related industries
• Partnerships and affiliations within the aquatic community
• Opportunities to increase affiliate memberships and certifications USA Swimming merchandise and promotional material
• Association with the most successful medal sport in the modern Olympic Games!